Guests say
Ty Gwyn Cottage receives high praise for its stunning views, comfortable furnishings, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. Guests appreciate the property's tranquillity, cleanliness, and the blend of modern amenities with traditional charm. The location is ideal for exploring North Wales, with easy access to local attractions. While there are some minor cleanliness concerns, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and well-maintained, though there were a few mentions of cobwebs and cleanliness oversights. These seem to be isolated incidents rather than a common trend, as the majority of reviews do not report such issues.
The location is consistently praised for its stunning views and proximity to local attractions, beaches, and amenities. Guests appreciate the peacefulness and the ease of access to both natural and historical sites.
Guests frequently mention the comfort of the cottage, noting the quality of the beds, the cosy atmosphere, and the spaciousness that allows for relaxation. The property's warmth and homeliness contribute to a comfortable stay.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern facilities like a full Alexa system, Smart TV, and a wood burner. Some guests suggested improvements, such as clearer instructions for appliances and more consistent maintenance, but overall, the facilities meet guests' needs.
The welcome pack is frequently mentioned and appreciated by guests, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gestures, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nestled equally between Abergele and Colwyn Bay, in a semi-rural location in the village of Llysfaen, is this superb, semi-detached property. Ty Gwyn Cottage has been designed to a superb standard, combining contemporary features while keeping with the character of the property, offering an exceptional escape for families and friends. After parking up in the off-road parking space, take a moment to admire the picturesque country views across the valley before getting to know your new home-from-home. Discover the spacious yet cosy lounge, enhanced with ample seating, a stonewall and a contemporary woodburner, making it a delightful spot to unwind following a day of rambling; gaze out the floor to ceiling windows to the surrounding countryside or tune into the Smart TV and catch up on your favourite shows. Watch the oak flooring transition into flagstone flooring in the kitchen/diner, a contemporary space with an assortment of appliances, including a commanding range style cooker, fridge/freezer and granite worktops; budding chefs are sure to be pleased with this setup. Off the kitchen is a separate utility room with washer/dryer and a shower room where you can wash any muddy attire and prepare for the day. Make your way upstairs to the master bedroom, featuring high vaulted ceilings and large windows which overlook the rural scenery and capture glorious sunrises, plus there is a small Juliette balcony if you wish to open the doors and breath in the fresh air in the morning. The remaining bedrooms continue this superb standard, each offering king-size beds and one boasting an en-suite shower room with rainfall shower. On a warm evening, dine alfresco style upon the patio furniture, while on colder nights take advantage of the quirky garden room, complete with a bar, soft seating and an alluring woodburning stove. Pop on your walking gear and ramble the expansive countryside of North Wales; for an amazing coastal view visit Mynydd Marian, a scenic nature reserve just a short walk away popular with walkers and dog walkers, where you can enjoy far reaching views from Colwyn Bay all the way to Abergele. Hop in the car and head to Old Colwyn, where you can pick up any essentials or stop off for a hearty meal in a local pub. While here, take a stroll along the promenade, taking you all the way from the town over to Rhos on Sea, where you will be met by a glorious stretch of golden sand, a heated outdoor paddling pool and an abundance of waterside eateries where you can celebrate a special occasion at. For days out, immerse yourself in the history of Conwy Castle, enjoy the thrills of fairground rides at Llandudno Pier or take on the world’s fastest zip-line at Zip World Llechwedd. Explore the delights of North Wales with a stay at Ty Gwyn Cottage.
The elegant coastal resort of Colwyn Bay has a lot to offer visitors of all ages, including sandy beaches, a promenade, a large park with a skateboard section, a leisure centre and bowling green, the Welsh Mountain Zoo, Eirias Park, a leisure centre, a theatre/cinema, numerous shops, pubs and restaurants (one on the seafront near the watersports centre is owned by celebrity chef Bryn Williams, who also owns Odette's Colwyn Bay is an excellent visiting base because it is close to the various and varied sights of North Wales. It also hosts a number of annual events, such as the Triathlon, the Forties Festival, and the Prom Xtra. The Victorian Extravaganza, which takes place every year in Llandudno, is not far away. Virgin Trains take approximately 2 hours 45 minutes to travel directly from London Euston to Colwyn Bay, stopping at Milton Keynes Central, Crewe, and Chester.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with TV, 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Air source heat pump underfloor heating with a woodburning stove.
Range master induction cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included In rent.
Bed linen and towels included In rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Garden patio with furniture and garden room with woodburning stove.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: There are a number of steps from the parking to the terrace, please take care.
Please note: this property will be decorated for Christmas, including a Christmas tree
Reviews (33)
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Catherine
Very well maintained. So many lovely windows really made the most of the beautiful views. A very well equipt kitchen making it a home and home. We highly recommend this property and would love to visit again in the future.
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Cathryn
This was our third stay. The views are amazing. The cottage is in an ideal location to explore North Wales. We would love to come back next year.
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David
The outlook from the property is stunning, the facilities are excellent and I would recommend this beautiful accommodation to anybody looking for a good quality property to holiday in North Wales. Iâm quite sure weâll be returning for a third time in the future.